Tom Cruise has a massive fan following in India, and the opening day collection of his latest film, ‘Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One,’ is a testament to his popularity. According to reports, the seventh installment of the action-packed franchise grossed over Rs. 12 crore in India across all languages on its opening day. Directed by Christopher McQuarrie, the spy action film features Cruise reprising his role as Ethan Hunt, alongside Hayley Atwell. The story follows a 60-something Hunt and his IMF team as they strive to dismantle an enigmatic and powerful artificial intelligence force known as ‘The Entity.’Variety reported that ‘MI 7’ is expected to earn approximately $85 million to $95 million in North America and $160 million internationally within its first five days of release, resulting in a global opening of $250 million. It’s worth noting that ‘Mission: Impossible – Fallout’ currently holds the franchise’s opening record with $61 million, followed by ‘Mission: Impossible II’ with $57.8 million.’MI 7′ encountered several setbacks during its multi-year production due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Filming was repeatedly halted, with Cruise and McQuarrie themselves contracting the virus. A leaked audio recording of Cruise insisting on strict adherence to COVID-19 protocols also garnered attention. After facing delays, the film finally hit theaters on July 12.A Guide to Watching Mission: Impossible Movie Series in Order in IndiaReflecting on his return to the ‘Mission: Impossible’ franchise, Cruise expressed his gratitude, stating, “We talked about it. We dreamed about it. It’s very, very special. On Top Gun: Maverick, they kept pushing the movie and pushing the movie, and for (McQuarrie) and I, this is such an ambitious movie. And it was a very challenging film to produce, and then everything happened, and it was even more challenging. So to have this response…is very, very special.”When asked about the pressure to perform well at the box office, Cruise emphasized his dedication to making quality films that entertain the audience. He stated, “I’m just going to make the best films that I can make, and I want them all to perform well, and I want all of the other films to perform well.” Cruise’s focus is on delivering high-quality movies with lasting impact, and he invests everything he can to achieve that goal.’Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One’ arrives in theaters at a time when several summer blockbusters have underperformed, including ‘The Flash,’ ‘Elemental,’ and ‘Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny.’ As a result, fans of Hollywood cinema have high expectations for Cruise’s film.Overall, the strong opening day collection of ‘Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One’ in India reflects Tom Cruise’s enduring popularity and the anticipation surrounding the latest installment of the beloved franchise. With its action-packed storyline and Cruise’s iconic portrayal of Ethan Hunt, the film promises to entertain audiences and continue the legacy of the ‘Mission: Impossible’ series.
